An Example of Regional Collaboration in Cancer and Palliative Care

Abstract

An example of regional collaboration in cancer care and palliative care centering on psychosomatic physicians is shown. It is important to engage with emphasis on making “face-visible relationship” indicated by OPTIM-study. In Nara prefecture, we are making various opportunities to discuss hospital officials, medical personnel responsible for regional medical care, patient groups, and prefectural officials on an equal footing. In addition, in order to improve the quality of palliative care, it is necessary to evaluate outcomes using PDCA and the like, and we are also promoting the efforts.